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Alameda County Dispatcher Fatally Injured by Drunk Driver En Route to Work

The tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of impaired driving and its devastating impact on community and emergency services.

  • Antoinette Finau, a dedicated 911 dispatcher, was killed in a DUI-related crash in San Leandro, California.
  • The collision occurred late Sunday night at a busy intersection, resulting in Finau's vehicle being broadsided and overturned.
  • The driver responsible for the crash was arrested on charges of driving under the influence and sustained no injuries.
  • Finau was remembered by colleagues and family as a loving mother and a vital part of the emergency services team.
  • Local authorities and the community mourn the loss, emphasizing the critical need for awareness and prevention of drunk driving.
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